Origin
Euless, TX
Afternoon in Euless on Sunday
Local time
4:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Euless, TX to Irving, TX
Drive Time
12m
Distance
8.5 mi
14 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
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6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Euless, TX
Mikkel Kvist
Trip Overview
Spanning just 8.5 miles, this quick jaunt between Euless and Irving, Texas, is an ideal short-distance commute that takes approximately 12 minutes to complete. Because the trip is so brief, it is perfectly suited for a single-day itinerary with no need for an overnight stay. You will traverse the Great Plains region while spending roughly $1 on fuel for the entire journey. Navigating this route is straightforward, relying on a combination of Airport Freeway, West Irving Boulevard, and West Euless Boulevard. Whether you are running local errands or heading to a meeting, this drive offers a practical, no-fuss connection between these two neighboring cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.2 miles from Euless, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from high-speed arterial roads to local street travel. You will spend 49% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 4.2 miles along the Airport Freeway. The road personality shifts as you move away from the primary highway corridors and transition into the urban grid of the Irving area. While the pace is generally fast during the highway portion, the remaining sections require more attention to local traffic patterns. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic detours.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airport Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TX 10 / West Euless Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.5 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 10 / West Euless Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (TX 183 / Airport Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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TX 10 / West Euless Boulevard
Depart onto TX 10 / West Euless Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp toward TX 183 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward TX 183 East
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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TX 183 / Airport Freeway
Merge onto TX 183 / Airport Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
7
4.8 mi into trip
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~5m in
Take the exit toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road...
7
5 mi into trip
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~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Euless, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Line Road South along the way.
Belt Line Road South
4.8 mi in
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~5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Freeway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| West Irving Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| West Euless Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Ohio Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Ohio Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Airport Freeway
— 4.2 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Euless, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on TX 10
0.4 mi
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37 sec
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West Euless Boulevard
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
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30 sec
Toward TX 183 East
Use the none lane.
3
Merge onto TX 183
4.2 mi
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4 min
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Airport Freeway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
Use the right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on TX 356
2.7 mi
·
4 min
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West Irving Boulevard
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on TX 356
0.4 mi
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52 sec
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West 2nd Street
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto South Ohio Street
436 ft
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19 sec
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South Ohio Street
9
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 12-minute duration, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though you should always account for potential congestion on the Airport Freeway during peak commuting hours. Since the trip is so fast, there is no requirement for planned rest stops or significant refueling breaks. You can easily manage the entire 8.5-mile journey on a single tank, keeping your total fuel expenditure around $1. To make the most of your trip, check real-time traffic reports for the Airport Freeway before you leave to ensure the 4.2-mile highway segment is moving smoothly. Keep your focus on the transitions between the major boulevards to ensure you stay on the most direct path to your destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.2 miles from Euless, TX, or about 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 8.5 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.2 miles or 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irving, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Euless, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Euless, TX
This is one driving day of about 8.5 miles and 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Euless, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Airport Freeway for about 4.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.2 mi from Euless, TX · 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 8.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.2 miles from Euless, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Irving, TX
The final approach into Irving, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Irving, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.30 one way
$2.60 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.42 | $2.85 |
| premium | $4.59 | $1.54 | $3.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.89 | $3.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Irving, TX
Afternoon in Irving on Sunday
Local time
4:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
20 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Euless, TX to Irving, TX covers 8.5 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airport Freeway, West Irving Boulevard, West Euless Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.2 miles from Euless, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.5 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 10 / West Euless Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (TX 183 / Airport Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Euless, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Line Road South along the way.
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